Financial Analyst Training Program Jobs in Chicago, IL

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You'll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none - one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You'll play a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes - as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary

The Financial Analyst I assists with performing professional financial analysis to support optimal decision-making for the organization. Responsible for insuring that all financial information generated is accurate and timely.
The Financial Analyst I will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.
The Financial Analyst I will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Job Description

The Financial Analyst I will:

• Perform financial analysis including standard modeling, projections, reports, and presentations using financial and encounter reporting tools and data.

• Provide key support and analysis in annual operating and capital budget planning process.

• Collaborate with and provide technical and analytic support to department managers in preparation of department level budget.

• Prepare monthly reports (specifically financial performance and capital budget tracking) and communicate trends and issues that impact the business.

• Assist in treasury functions such as cash management, investment management, and debt compliance.

• Assist with conducting financial and market analysis on various internal initiatives and external business development opportunities.

• Identify and recommend areas of improvements such as increasing the level of data accuracy or decreasing the time spent to update a model or report.

• Educate self through industry readings, conferences, and other forums on critical financial and healthcare trends.

• Perform financial risk and care/cost variation analysis including some advanced statistical techniques.

• Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the SRAlab.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports directly to the Manager Financial Planning & Analysis

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree required - preferably in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting or a related field.

• Entry level to 2 years of experience with basic financial skills, including a working understanding of the relationship between income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows, and learns to use professional concepts.

• Ability to apply critical thinking and analytic skills to formulate recommendations and resolve problems.

• Able to follow standard instructions, practices, and procedures in performing financial analysis and data modeling.

• Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) in a clear and concise manner

• Ability to effectively prioritize concurrent responsibilities and meet timelines.

• Proficient with Excel functionality such as lookups, pivot tables, and charts.

• Proficient in the use of communication and organization tools such as Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

• Experience with financial planning tools such as Axiom or Adaptive Planning preferred.

• Experience with other financial based software programs such as Tableau and Decision Tools (or other statistics, optimization, and Monte Carlo simulation tool) preferred..

• Able to grasp and apply new concepts quickly.

• Ability to work in a high pressure, deadline oriented, and complex health care environment.

Working Conditions:

• Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.

• Work requires ability to sit at a computer for long stretches, and visual ability to read numbers clearly.

• Hybrid work schedule

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Pay and Benefits*:

Pay Range:

$52,300.00 - $89,500.00

Benefits:

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations:https://www.sralab.org/benefits

*Benefits and benefits' eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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